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True Anomaly

True Anomaly is a private aerospace and defense technology company founded in 2022 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado. The company focuses on developing advanced technologies at the convergence of spacecraft, software, and artificial intelligence to enhance the security and operational capabilities of the United States, its allies, and commercial partners in space. True Anomaly’s mission is to safeguard global security by ensuring sustainable and secure access to space, supporting both defensive and offensive space operations. Their holistic platform integrates hardware and software, enabling the development and deployment of applications and services for a wide range of space-based missions.

Leadership

True Anomaly was founded by a team of space operators and technologists with deep experience in modern space security operations. Key members of the leadership team include:

  • Even Rogers (CEO & Co-Founder): Former U.S. Air Force officer and space operator, with extensive experience in national security space missions and technology development.
  • Stephen Kitay (Chief Strategy Officer): Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space Policy, bringing strategic leadership from both government and industry perspectives.
  • Christina Cook (Chief Operating Officer): Background in aerospace engineering and operations, with leadership roles in both government and commercial space sectors.

The founders and leadership team collectively bring expertise from military, government, and private sector backgrounds, specializing in space operations, defense policy, engineering, and technology innovation.

Core Technologies

True Anomaly’s core technologies are centered on a unified hardware and software platform designed for space security missions. Key offerings include:

  • Jackal Spacecraft: A next-generation, highly maneuverable satellite platform engineered for space superiority missions across low Earth orbit (LEO), geosynchronous orbit (GEO), and Cislunar space. Features include a high-performance propulsion stack, modular mission hardpoints, integrated multi-spectral rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO) suite, structural shielding, radiation-hardened electronics, and advanced navigation and communication systems.
  • Mosaic Software Platform: A full-stack digital environment for training, simulation, and live operations. Mosaic enables high-fidelity modeling of space environments, supporting mission planning, simulated training, and autonomous on-orbit operations.
  • AI-Driven Autonomy: Integration of artificial intelligence to enable autonomous spacecraft operations, rapid decision-making, and real-time mission adaptability.
  • End-to-End Security Solutions: A holistic approach that combines spacecraft, software, and AI to deliver capabilities for both offensive and defensive space operations, including precision, non-kinetic engagements and realistic training environments.

Key Capabilities

  • Rapid development and deployment of space security technologies
  • High-maneuverability and autonomy for spacecraft in dynamic orbital environments
  • Realistic digital training and simulation for space operators
  • Integrated hardware-software solutions for mission flexibility and scalability
  • Support for joint warfighting and interoperability with Department of Defense (DoD) systems
  • Focus on sustainability and responsible warfighting in space

Investors

True Anomaly is a privately held company. In its most recent funding round, the company raised $260 million in a Series C led by Accel, with participation from Meritech Capital, Eclipse, Riot Ventures, Menlo Ventures, ACME Capital, Narya, 645 Ventures, Space VC, and Champion Hill Ventures. Debt capital was provided by Stifel Bank. The company has not publicly disclosed its current valuation.

Notable Clients

True Anomaly’s primary clients include the U.S. Department of Defense, particularly the United States Space Force, as well as allied government agencies and commercial partners focused on space security and defense. The company’s products and services are designed to meet the needs of national security and allied space operations, with ongoing collaborations and engagements announced at major industry events such as the Space Symposium.

Competitors

Company NameDescription
Anduril IndustriesDefense technology company specializing in AI, autonomous systems, and space security solutions.
Slingshot AerospaceProvides space situational awareness, satellite tracking, and AI-powered space domain solutions.
LeoLabsDelivers space traffic management, debris tracking, and situational awareness for low Earth orbit.
AstroscaleFocuses on orbital debris removal, satellite servicing, and sustainable space operations.
Northrop GrummanMajor defense contractor with advanced satellite, space security, and national defense capabilities.
Lockheed MartinAerospace and defense leader with a broad portfolio in space systems and security technologies.
BlueHaloDevelops advanced space, directed energy, and defense systems for government and commercial clients.

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